Airports of Puglia organized the Forum “Airports, Sustainability, and Innovation" on September 21, 2023, at Brindisi Airport. The event was designed to empower and share ongoing efforts aimed at reducing emissions in various airports and create strategic partnerships with key airport stakeholders.
The forum provided a platform for discussing the most relevant topics in the airport sector, with a particular focus on initiatives undertaken by Airports of Puglia and national and international best practices. The event featured a day filled with engaging discussions, idea sharing, and presentations on key subjects, including:

1. Airport Carbon Accreditation: The event provided insights into Airport of Puglia current efforts to attain this crucial certification. Attendees had the opportunity to learn about accomplishments to date and discuss ambitious goals for the future.

2. Energy Efficiency: The participants explored the initiatives to enhance energy efficiency in airports and measures to reduce environmental impact. Furthermore, the event provided a great platform for discussion between various stakeholders on this topic.

3. Sustainability in Airport Catering Services: Strategies to make airport catering services more sustainable and promote responsible food practices were examined. Each participant had the opportunity to share its experience and discuss the practices put into places by other stakeholders.

4. Technological Innovations in Ground Operations: The event provided insights into cutting-edge technological solutions and innovations in airport ground handling and parking operations.

5. Airport Fee Diversification: Discussions focused on the mechanisms of airport fee application and opportunities for economic diversification.

6. Strategic Partnerships: The event delved into the framework for establishing strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in the aviation industry and the airport premises.

7. Repository of Best Practices: Best practices adopted by both Airports of Puglia and other airports, both Italian and international, were highlighted, with a focus on specific areas of interest. Additionally, a look at ENAC's "Italy's Action Plan 2021" and its impact on industry initiatives was provided.
The event facilitated meaningful discussions and opportunities for collaboration, creating a path towards a more sustainable and responsible future for airports.